Assistant Restaurant Manager

CEC Entertainment, LLC is a nationally recognized leader in the family dining and entertainment industry, proudly operating beloved brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck’s Arcade. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, the company has built a strong reputation for creating joyful and lasting memories for families and communities through food, fun, and play. With nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese locations and over 120 Peter Piper Pizza venues across 45 states and 18 countries, CEC Entertainment is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and excellence while promoting physical wellness and social engagement for children through innovative play and entertainment experiences.

Chuck E. Cheese is well known for celebrating over half a million birthdays each year, making it a go-to destination for families seeking a safe, entertaining, and welcoming environment where kids can truly be themselves. The company emphasizes safety through programs like Kid Check® and has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to the community by donating more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits. Peter Piper Pizza complements this mission by delivering a neighborhood pizzeria atmosphere that blends quality food with engaging entertainment, ensuring that "The Fun is Baked In" to every visit.

The Assistant Manager role at CEC Entertainment offers an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership position within one of the most beloved family entertainment brands. This position is compensated hourly, ranging from $20.03 to $22.26, with additional commission incentives based on sales performance related to memberships and Fun Passes, paid bi-weekly. As an Assistant Manager, you will play a critical role in helping lead and inspire a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences that ensure "every guest leaves happy." It is a high-energy, rewarding career path that combines operational management, team development, customer service, and business acumen.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve making vital decisions regarding staff scheduling, time management, operational cleanliness, and upholding rigorous product and guest service standards. Key duties include driving sales growth by recruiting, training, and motivating team members to meet both company goals and guest expectations. You will help create a positive and safe environment while coaching your team to deliver outstanding service.

An important aspect of the role is the ownership of an "Area of Impact" (AOI), where you will gain deep expertise over time by rotating through various operational functions such as managing kitchen operations—including food safety and preparation—overseeing sales areas including the cashier and gift shop, leading showroom party execution and maximization, or partnering with technical staff to maintain the gameroom and amenities. This comprehensive exposure equips you with the skills needed to manage diverse operational challenges.

CEC Entertainment values the development of soft skills alongside operational expertise, emphasizing coaching, effective communication, composure, resourcefulness, ethics, and time management. Minimum qualifications include the ability to work 40 hours per week, a high school diploma or GED, being at least 21 years old (with some flexibility depending on local laws), and at least one year of management experience in the food service industry or equivalent.

CEC is committed to employee well-being, offering a competitive benefits package which includes telemedicine access, early wage access, a 401(k) retirement plan, employee meal discounts, tuition assistance, and financial relief resources. Full-time employees enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, holidays, and additional education support. The company maintains rigorous health and sanitation standards to protect both employees and guests. CEC Entertainment proudly champions diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on any protected class. Joining CEC means becoming part of a culture that celebrates fun, family, and growth through opportunity and a shared commitment to excellence.